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Equal Accommodations

Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in businesses and locations that are considered places of “public accommodation.” Delaware’s Equal Accommodations law prevents discrimination against people because of their race, age, marital status, creed, religion, color, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Places of “public accommodation” can include state agencies, local government agencies, and state-funded agencies performing public functions, and can include government buildings, courthouses and jails, transportation systems like buses and trains, or recreational areas like libraries, beaches, and parks. Places of “public accommodation” can include privately owned or operated businesses and buildings that offer goods and services to the public, like stores and shops, restaurants, hospitals, gas stations, hotels, motels, or sports and entertainment venues.

If you believe you have been denied, refused, or withheld the services, facilities, privileges, or advantages of a place of public accommodations because of your race, age, marital status, creed, color, sex, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability, you can file a complaint by completing an Equal Accommodations Discrimination Questionnaire. 

You have 180 days from the date of the alleged incident to file a complaint with our office.

State of Delaware Equal Accommodations Law

Fair Housing

Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in the sale, lease or rental of housing and any aspect of a credit application. The Fair Housing Act covers most housing. In some circumstances, the Act exempts owner-occupied buildings with no more than four units, single-family homes sold or rented without the use of a real estate broker, and housing that is operated by organizations and private clubs that limit occupancy to members. Delaware’s Fair Housing laws prevent discrimination against Protected Classes.

If you believe you have been discriminated against, you can file a complaint by completing a Housing Discrimination Questionnaire. 

You have one (1) year from the date you believe you were discriminated against to file a complaint.

State of Delaware Fair Housing Law

MEDIATION

The Delaware Human and Civil Rights Commission may act as a conciliator/mediator in issues involving race, age, marital status, color, sex, disability, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, familial status, or religion.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Public Accommodations Training

Public Accommodations Training can help you know your rights as a resident, and your obligations as an owner or operator of a place of public accommodations:

  • Learn more about the Delaware Equal Accommodations Law (DEAL)
  • Learn about your rights and responsibilities under the law
  • Discover how to recognize discriminatory practices and what happens when a complaint is filed
  • Learn best practices to prevent discrimination in places of public accommodation

Fair Housing Training

Fair Housing Training can help you know your rights as a resident, and your responsibilities as a housing provider:

  • Learn more about Fair Housing Laws
  • Gain knowledge about your rights and duties under the law
  • Learn what happens when a discrimination complaint is filed
  • Learn how to recognize discriminatory practices and how to prevent discrimination in housing.

Diversity Training

Diversity awareness training can help participants understand what diversity is, the benefits of diverse teams and workplaces, and how they can help to create a more open and inclusive environment for everyone:

  • Learn how to embrace and appreciate each other’s differences
  • Identify your own biases and baggage
  • Learn how to break down barriers to understanding
  • Learn ways in which valuing diversity can prevent discrimination

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